Carex buchananii - Leatherleaf Sedge A tufted perennial evergreen sedge from New Zealand, Carex buchananii has slender, orange-bronze leaves curved at the tips and looks particularly good when back-lit by the sun. Shimmering in the slightest breeze, it forms a lovely contrast to almost any flower, especially purple, blue and magenta. Brown flower spikes appear in late summer. Leatherleaf Sedge is a short-lived plant, but easily replaced, as it self-seeds, though not incontinently. An excellent container plant. Site: Tolerates exposure, including coastal exposureSoil: Any reasonably well drained soil, moist soil preferredPosition: Full sun; tolerates light shadeSeason of Interest: Spring, summer, autumn, winterHardiness: Fully hardyHeight: 2’6” (75cm) Spread: 12’6” (75cm)